Fall of the Bruce Page Government Recalled in 30 Year Review
A Canberra era narrative recalls the fall of the Bruce Page government, its referendum battles, and the pivotal role of figures like William Morris Hughes. The analysis contrasts 1926 1928 political turmoil with Labour’s later rise under Scullin, noting industrial unrest and shifting alliances that ended in defeat and a new political order.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canberra
Bruce-Page
Bnce-Page
Aaron Wildavsky
Australia
Labour
Nate Inital
A. Wildavaky
D. Carboch
F. W. Cheshire
Melbourne
SGI
Bruce
Bruce Page
Bruce- Page
Dagmar Carboch
William Morris Hughes
Hughes
Granville Ryrie
London
John A
Dagmar Carthodire
Scullin
Brice-Page
Almaat
Ita
Grim Study of Troops in Japan in Porter's Novel
Amgust Robertson reviews Hal Porter's Handful of Pennies, judging the wartime tale to mix lyrical prose with a compromised plot about Australian occupation forces in Japan. The piece highlights vivid imagery of Japanese and Australian characters, notes sexual encounters, and criticizes the anti fraternisation era’s constraints on wartime relationships.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hal Porter
Nies
Japan
Disaught
Tmiko
Raffiah
Jan Ol¢ Dryad
Everard
Hopkink
Dugald
Hamilton
Pauls Groot
Imiko
Kasuo
Yoshihara Minato
Rame
Amgust Robertson
Greek myth stamps issued for Nature Protection Congress
A set of eight postage stamps released by Greek postal authorities features scenes from Greek mythology to commemorate the International Congress for the Protection of Nature held in Athens last month.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Poatul
International Congress For the Protection of Nature
Athens
Selected Reading for Young Book Lovers Hopeful Fleet of Tales for 5 14
A compact review of children’s books praising vivid illustrations and varied adventures. Highlights include Marina With Love by Eric Linklater with H W Gullers images and stories set in Sweden, a circus tale, Royal Dartshire Regiment themes, and animal friendly titles. The piece notes accessibility for ages 5 to 14 and emphasizes engaging narratives and gentle morals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marina
Eric Linklater
H.W. Gullers
Lond
Ren
Karina
Sengier
Sawdust
Bini Granis
Brandon
Lion
M.B
Andy
Taylor
N. Dale
Andy Carter
Royal Dartshire Regiment
Africa
England
Sonning Prize Awarded by Copenhagen University
The Sonning Prize, valued at 100,000 Danish kroner, will be awarded annually at the University of Copenhagen to an individual deemed to have meritoriously advanced European civilization. The prize is funded by the Sonning Foundation established by J. Sonning, with a committee selecting the winner from candidates recommended by European universities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
University of Copenhagen
Sonning Foundation
Ged
J. Sonning
University of Copenagen
Fog And Clarity On The Bible
A review notes Neil Baker's book on Bible study. It describes Baker’s half century search for a living basis and discusses topics from the Flood to archaeology, cautioning readers to read with discrimination while praising solid scholarship and wide bibliography. The critic also contrasts Baker with Neil’s contemporary, Dr. Nell, who emphasizes manuscript comparison and the Bible’s relevance today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Neil Ts Warden
Hugh Stewart Hall
Baker
Neila
Nel
Neil
Bible & Companion
Pyramidologista
Archaeologiat
Nell
William Nell
Bing Biewart Tan
Ant
Vera Ottanghan
Pil Shea
Books Modern Australian Art Publication Notes
Publication No 1 from the Museum of Model Art of Australia edited by Barrie Reid lists From Range to Ring A book about horses by Robert Ellinton Glasgow with photographs by the author Erapha. Madeiline a novel by Catherine Gavin set in Egypt and France during 1969 to 1971 signals the tumultuous years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Museum of Model Art of Australia
Barrie Reid
Robert Ellinton
Glasgow
Madeline
Catherin Gavin
Egypt
France
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Goya
Porter
Enon
Atrip
Paula Groot
Kazuo Tobuchi
Lready
Bouse
Masao
Smiko
Grace Among the
Britain
No. 10 Squadron
Royal Air Force
Cottesmore
Rutland
Bam
Ora
Jid Meilion
Sydmar
A & Robertson
Ms Fe
Stron
Green Square Book and Record Shop
Christima
Bibl
Ogden Nash
Ilwatr
Line Nash
Geoffrey Household
Canon
Paris
Henri Troyat
Michael Robeon
Francois-Regia Beatie
Te Ttle
Les Adieux
John Pudney
Ada Lewis
Raymond Tong
Benin
Asta
Garema Place
Civic Centre
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